Frederick County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Cheryl L. Dyson shared her recommended Fiscal Year 2027 operating budget with a commitment to maintaining existing vital programs and services.
Her recommended budget is based on feedback received from the FCPS community, including students, staff, and community members. It takes into account a complex fiscal landscape with rising costs, Blueprint mandates, and local revenue constraints.
The total budget request is $41,976,058, which is $38,165,778 over the FY2026 Frederick County government funding level.
The recommendation is focused on the mandatory costs required to keep FCPS operating – including salaries, benefits, utilities, along with retaining the exceptional staff who support students.
“We are a community of students, staff and families who believe in the power of education to change lives,” Dr. Dyson said. “Even as we navigate fiscal constraints, our belief remains strong. Together, we will continue to serve, to adapt and to ensure that every child in Frederick County has the opportunity to succeed.”
FCPS remains focused on:
- Maintaining high-quality teaching and learning
- Safe and welcoming schools
- Ensuring every student receives the strong academic, behavioral, and social-emotional supports needed.
Budget Resources
More details about the FY27 superintendent’s recommended budget are available online. Dr. Dyson also shared this video message with the community regarding the recommended budget.
Additionally, to give the community an understanding of the operating budget process, FCPS is sharing a Budget 101 video.
A Spanish version is also available of the Budget 101 video.
What’s next
Today’s release of the superintendent’s recommended operating budget request is one of several key steps in the budget process.
Wednesday, January 21: The Board of Education of Frederick County will discuss the recommended budget request at its next meeting scheduled for 6 p.m. at the FCPS Board Room, 191 S. East St., Frederick.
Wednesday, January 28: The Board will host a work session with FCPS staff from 1-4 p.m. followed by a public hearing regarding the operating budget at 6 p.m. Both the work session and the public hearing will be held in the FCPS Board Room.
The full operating budget calendar is posted online.